Honey BBQ Chicken Skewers
A flavorful blend of sweet and savory flavors with tender chicken, grilled vegetables, and a delicious honey BBQ marinade, perfect for outdoor barbecues and cozy dinners.
Ingredients
For the Skewers
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 bell pepper (any color), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion, cut into wedges
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 8 wooden or metal skewers If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
For the Honey BBQ Marinade
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by cutting your chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, barbecue sauce, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cubed chicken to the marinade and stir to ensure every piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- While the chicken is marinating, wash and cut your chosen vegetables.
- Once the chicken has marinated, begin threading the ingredients onto the skewers, alternating pieces of chicken with vegetables.
- While assembling the skewers, preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F).
Cooking
- Place the skewers on the grill, cooking for approximately 12-15 minutes, turning every few minutes.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches at least 165°F.
- Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
Marinate longer for deeper flavor, ensure evenly cut veggies for even cooking, and consider using a grill basket for vegetables.